The long, tall
caretaker was chatting away about the loss of a cockerel a few weeks
ago.

Whoever stole it,
stealthily replaced it with a large one of an inferior breed. Did
they really think no-one would notice?

Figtree seems to have
undergone a few changes in the year Mr Ideasman and Ms Tagalong have
been gadding about on their 'grown-up' gap year.

Gone is the large
chicken run with geodesic dome coop.

Gone is the funding for
a three day a week co-ordinator.

Gone are some of the
beds as true community plantings; now seemingly 'owned' by an 'Emmy'
or a 'Jo'.

Some things don't
change; what still remains is the wonderful pizza oven and the party
venue tucked away at the back. That's why our illustrious duo were
there saying farewell to friends heading South. A great spot for a
goodbye party. Which is your favourite community garden for a party?